Project Manager: Research & Industrial Facility Construction

Experience Champaign Urbana; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employer 70% contribution & Employee H

Performance Based Bonuses

Parental Leave

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bowa Construction in Champaign, IL, is seeking a professional Project Manager to lead food processing, research, industrial, manufacturing facilities, and ground-up projects from start to finish. The role requires 5+ years of experience and a strong foundation in vertical construction.

You will manage planning, coordination, and execution to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and to safety and quality standards, while leading engineers and field staff and maintaining client

Qualifications

• Requires 3+ years of experience in construction project management with direct involvement in high-rise building projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of research facility construction projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination.
• Lead preconstruction efforts, including estimating, logistics planning, and procurement strategies.
• Monitor project progress, resolve on-site challenges, and maintain quality control.
• Ensure full compliance with safety standards and promote a safe work environment.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and internal team members.
• Track and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Supervise project engineers and field staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Participate in regular progress meetings and provide detailed status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Vertical construction

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Bowa Construction in Champaign, IL, is seeking a professional Project Manager to lead food processing, research, industrial, manufacturing facilities, and ground-up projects from start to finish. The role requires 5+ years of experience and a strong foundation in vertical construction.

You will manage planning, coordination, and execution to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and to safety and quality standards, while leading engineers and field staff and maintaining client